It’s that time of the year, and, given the current state of the world, and the wine industry in particular, Robert Joseph thinks a little crystal ball gazing is in order - even if some of what he foresees may not be entirely welcome. Part one of a three-part series.
The latest US Surgeon General's advisory states that the links between cancer and alcohol may be significantly higher than was suggested in an influential report late last year.
The latest report from the US National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine may reduce the likelihood of a WHO-style alcohol warning in the next US Dietary Guidelines.
Robert Joseph reacts to the news that office Christmas parties are drier events than they used to be. And wine is no longer the default gift to take to a dinner party.
The Wine in Moderation initiative has announced the second international Wine in Moderation Day, set for 8 November 2024, to promote responsible wine consumption worldwide.
It’s got a wine-growing history that dates back to the Roman world. It’s got more than 220 authorised grape varieties over 55,000 hectares of vineyards, and it’s one of the most exciting wine-growing countries in Europe.